Corning Cable Systems Introduces Multi-dwelling Unit (MDU)

Design Guide for FTTH Applications

BERLIN, GERMANY –– Corning Cable Systems LLC, part of Corning Incorporated’s (NYSE:GLW) Telecommunications segment, announces the development of an engineering and design guide for use in the provisioning of passive infrastructure for fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) deployments in multi-dwelling units. Corning Cable Systems has a historical commitment to customer support and education. This new resource is a continuation of that legacy and will enable customers to both understand the application and make informed decisions regarding product solutions.

The guide is a useful tool for customers as FTTH progresses from single-family home deployments to include the unique challenging environment of the MDU. This comprehensive guide can be used as a reference by novice and expert alike. The document covers relevant topics for engineers, architects, builders and developers who are planning to be involved in this space. The guide can also be used by service providers as a resource to educate building owners on the advantages of fiber in providing triple play services to their occupants.

Highlights from the guide, which is available in PDF format, include describing the key challenges inherent in providing fiber to each living unit in any MDU building. It also discusses deployment philosophies and scenarios, examines technology requirements, presents design considerations, and proposes appropriate product solutions for use in an MDU. A step-by-step design process is included. If you would like to order this guide please contact Chris Holden at +44 1244 525 353 or at chris.holden@corning.com .

Corning Cable Systems (www.corning.com/cablesystems) offers the broadest range of end-toend
fiber optic and copper product solutions for customers' telecommunications networks. Our customer-focused solutions include cables, connectors, and related hardware, and network services that include network design, project management, installation and maintenance, equipment rental and training programs.

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Corning Incorporated (www.corning.com) is a diversified technology company that concentrates its efforts on high-impact growth opportunities. Corning combines its expertise in specialty glass, ceramic materials, polymers and the manipulation of the properties of light, with strong process and manufacturing capabilities to develop, engineer and commercialize significant innovative products for the telecommunications, flat panel display, environmental, semiconductor and life sciences industries.